MinuteClinic, University of Oklahoma Physicians form clinical collaboration

WOONSOCKET, R.I., and OKLAHOMA CITY— MinuteClinic and OU Physicians, Oklahoma’s largest physician group with more than 560 doctors, have entered into a clinical affiliation to enhance access to healthcare services in Oklahoma.

Under the agreement, OU Physicians doctors will serve as medical directors for MinuteClinic locations in Oklahoma. In addition, MinuteClinic and OU Physicians will collaborate on patient education and disease management initiatives and will inform patients of the services each offer. OU Physicians will accept patients who need a level of care that is not provided at MinuteClinic. Signage at MinuteClinic locations will inform patients that each site has a clinical affiliation with OU Physicians.

"MinuteClinic shares OU Physicians’ commitment to clinical quality and expanding access to care to patients throughout central Oklahoma," stated Andrew Sussman, president, MinuteClinic and SVP/associate chief medical officer of CVS Caremark. "We look forward to collaborating with their doctors who will provide quality oversight, teaching and back-up so MinuteClinic can provide the best care to Oklahomans at the lowest overall cost."

MinuteClinic and OU Physicians will begin to work toward fully integrating electronic medical record systems to streamline communication around all aspects of their patients’ care. With patient permission, MinuteClinic will electronically share medical histories and visit summaries with other OU Physicians locations in the state. In the meantime, MinuteClinic will continue its standard practice of sending patient visit summaries to primary care providers via fax or mail, typically within 24 hours.

"At OU Physicians, we are committed to providing high-quality health care to Oklahomans, and in today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment, it is critical to explore smart, innovative ways to improve our citizens’ access to necessary treatments and preventive care," stated Brian Maddy, CEO of OU Physicians. "By joining forces with MinuteClinic and sharing our expertise, we can deliver much-needed care to a larger population of patients and make sure more Oklahomans get the resources they need to lead healthier lives. We are very excited about the collaboration and the positive results it will produce."

L’Oreal Paris names Lea Michele as newest brand ambassador

NEW YORK — L’Oréal Paris has officially announced actress Lea Michele as the brand’s newest ambassador.

Today, Michele joins the L’Oréal Paris spokespersons family, including Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce Knowles, Julianna Margulies, Eva Longoria, Andie MacDowell, Freida Pinto and Aimee Mullins, among others. Michele will debut in TV and print advertising campaigns for the global beauty brand beginning in the United States in early 2013

"I am thrilled that Lea joins our roster of amazing spokespersons. In just a few years, her incredible talent has made her one of the most popular young actresses in a TV series. Lea is committed, genuine, fun with an inspiring sense of style, in total resonance with the brand’s values," L’Oréal Paris global brand president Cyril Chapuy said.

"Lea is undeniably one of the most gifted and accomplished women of her generation and a role model to young women everywhere. We are so honored to welcome her as a member of the L’Oréal Paris family. A beautiful woman inside and out, Lea truly exemplifies our brand philosophy ‘Because You’re Worth It,’" added Karen Fondu, president of L’Oréal Paris USA.

At 8 years old, Michele made her professional debut as Young Cosette in the classic Broadway production "Les Miserables." Since then, she has shared the stage with Broadway greats in "Ragtime," "Fiddler on the Roof" and "Spring Awakening," earning herself a Drama Desk Award nomination for "Outstanding Actress in a Musical" for her role in "Spring Awakening."

Michele is perhaps best known for her role in the Fox TV television series "Glee," which returned this month for its fourth season. Throughout her role as Rachel, Michele has received a People’s Choice Award, a Teen Choice Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She also has been honored with an Emmy Award nomination and two Golden Globe nominations.

In addition to her role on "Glee," she has performed solo concerts in New York and Los Angeles and has lent her vocal talents to two feature films. In 2011, Lea starred in the romantic comedy "New Year’s Eve" and in 2013, she will star in Summertime Entertainment’s animated 3D film "Dorothy of Oz," providing vocals on several original numbers.

Bounty teams up with Web series featuring kid chefs

From the creators of "Iron Chef," the "SuperChef Kids" Web series launched a massive search cross-country to find the talented kid chefs (ages 8 to 12 years) and challenged them to flex their culinary muscle for a chance to win the grand prize of $5,000. Teaming up with celebrity chef and co-host of ABC’s "The Chew," Carla Hall, Bounty said it plays an integral role in all 15 webisodes, cleaning up the messes these amateur chefs leave behind.

"At Bounty we value the importance of allowing kids the freedom to explore their creative passions whether it is in the kitchen, the classroom, or on the soccer field," said Laura Dressman, communications manager for Bounty paper towels. "Teaming up with Fuji Senkei for ‘SuperChef Kids’ allows us to celebrate the next generation of great chefs, who know how to be boundless in the kitchen, no matter the mess."

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